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Dual spool retractor in belt-in-seat

US7806440B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 29, 2008
Grant dateOct 5, 2010
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Expiry dateDec 20, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2022/026
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A restraint assembly of a type including a seat belt assembly and a side impact air bag assembly. The seat belt assembly and side impact assembly are preferably mounted to a motor vehicle seat. The seat belt assembly includes one or two retractors, preferably each having roto pretensioners. A single gas source is used to actuate retractor pretensioning functions, as well as providing a gas source for initiating the production of inflation gas for the side impact air bag assembly. Preferably, these elements are all mounted to a motor vehicle seat.

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